From the Foreword:
The second edition of this pocket-sized resource for radiology nurses continues to demystify complex procedures by providing concise yet comprehensive information on the basics of radiology. As the complexity of healthcare grows, so too does imaging ability. Different modalities, technologies, and skills levels must all work in harmony to provide precision images. Radiology nurses must be proactive, patient-focused, and able to work with a diverse team of individuals to care for the widest range of patients.
Describing essential procedures and protocols in quick access style, Fast Facts for the Radiology Nurse, Second Edition covers over 50 different Interventional Radiology procedures. Woven throughout is an emphasis on interprofessional care and effective communication along with guidance on forming and maintaining a high-performing team. Abundant Clinical Pearls disseminate the hard-earned wisdom of expert radiology nurses. Extensively updated with the most current guidelines and protocols, the second edition presents four completely new chapters on Legal Issues Affecting Radiology, Strategies for Working with Difficult People, Safety and Quality in the Radiology Setting, and Emergency Management and Catastrophe Response.
New to the Second Edition:
Updated with the most current guidelines and protocols
New chapter: Legal Issues Affecting Radiology
New chapter: Strategies for Working with Difficult People
New chapter: Safety and Quality in the Radiology Setting
New chapter: Emergency Management and Catastrophe Response
Updated information on sedation and analgesia in easy-to-read tables
Key Features:
Serves as an accessible, easy-to-use reference for practicing radiology nurses and orientees
Highlights essential protocols and procedures with bullets and short paragraphs
Provides abundant "Fast Facts" boxes displaying key information
Discusses strategies for providing safe care
Includes clinical pearls from radiology experts
Addresses patient care in all radiology domains and with specific patient populations
Covers vascular access issues and emergency situations
